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Introduction to Points in 2D Coordinate System
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Welcome everyone, today we will learn about mapping points in a 2D coordinate system. Can anyone tell me what defines a point in this system?
Isn't it the x and y coordinates?
That's right! Points are defined by their x and y coordinates. For example, a point could be (2,3). Now, consider what happens when we have 5 distinct points. What do you think?
There must be some relationships between the points?
Exactly! Today we will explore how many midpoints can have integer coordinates based on these points.
Introduction to Pigeonhole Principle
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Now, let’s talk about the Pigeonhole Principle. Who remembers what this principle states?
If you have more items than containers, then at least one container must hold at least two items?
Perfect! Now let’s apply this principle to our 5 points. We can categorize these points based on whether their x and y coordinates are odd or even. How many categories do we have?
That would be four categories: even x & even y, even x & odd y, odd x & even y, and odd x & odd y.
Exactly, and since we have 5 points but only 4 categories, there must be at least one category with at least two points. Let’s investigate the significance of this!
Calculating Midpoints
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Now that we've identified our points, let’s discuss how to calculate the midpoint of two points. Can anyone tell me the formula?
I think it's (x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2.
You got it! Now, if both points fall into the same category, how does that affect the midpoint?
If they share the same category, then their x-coordinates will both be even or both will be odd, right? So the sum will always be even.
Very good! Therefore, their midpoint will be an integer. This shows that at least one midpoint must have integer coordinates.
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In this section, we examine 5 distinct points in a 2D coordinate system and apply the Pigeonhole Principle to establish that at least one pair of points exists such that their midpoint has integer coordinates. This is accomplished by mapping the points based on their even or odd properties and analyzing the midpoints mathematically.
Detailed
In section 6.2, titled 'Mapping to Ordered Pairs', we delve into a foundational concept in discrete mathematics involving points in a two-dimensional plane. The section begins with the introduction of 5 arbitrary, distinct points, defined by their integer coordinates (x,y). The objective is to utilize the Pigeonhole Principle to show that among these points, there is guaranteed to be a pair whose midpoint results in integer coordinates. To do this, we categorize each point based on the parity (even or odd) of its coordinates into four possible combinations. Applying the Pigeonhole Principle, which states that if you have more items than containers, at least one container must hold more than one item, assures that at least two points will fall into the same category. Consequently, this leads us to prove that the coordinates of the calculated midpoints will always be integers. The conclusion reinforces the idea that discrete mathematics can effectively model and solve real mathematical problems.
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Setting Up the Problem
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You are given arbitrary distinct points in 2-dimensional planes, each having integer coordinates. Our goal is to show that irrespective of how these 5 points are chosen, there always exists a pair of points such that their midpoint has integer coordinates.
Detailed Explanation
In this part, we are dealing with 5 distinct points in a 2D space. Each point has integer coordinates which can be expressed as (x, y). The aim is to find two points from these five such that the midpoint of the line connecting them also has integer coordinates. The midpoint formula is:
Midpoint = ( (x1 + x2) / 2 , (y1 + y2) / 2 ).
For the midpoint to have integer coordinates, both (x1 + x2) and (y1 + y2) must be even, or both must be odd.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you are at a party with 5 friends who each have different colored shirts (the distinct points). You want to pair them based on the color combinations (even/odd). If you group them by shirt color, you can ensure that at least one group will share similarities allowing a unique pairing—just like we need to find points with matching coordinate properties.
Applying the Pigeonhole Principle
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We can categorize the points based on whether their x or y coordinates are odd or even. Thus, we have four combinations for each point: (even, even), (even, odd), (odd, even), and (odd, odd). This means we map our 5 points into 4 categories.
Detailed Explanation
Here, the Pigeonhole Principle becomes crucial. We have 5 distinct points but only 4 categories based on their parity (even or odd). According to the principle, if you have more items (points) than containers (categories), at least one container must contain more than one item. Therefore, at least two of the 5 points must fall into the same category.
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Think of it like having 5 different fruits but only 4 baskets to put them in. Since you have more fruits than baskets, at least one basket will end up holding 2 or more fruits. In our case, this is similar, where points are the fruits and parity categories are the baskets.
Identifying the Midpoint
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Assuming the two points that map to the same pair are (x1, y1) and (x2, y2). Since they belong to the same category, it follows that both x1 and x2 are either odd or even, and similarly, y1 and y2.
Detailed Explanation
Since both points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) are categorized similarly, their x-coordinates will either be both odd or both even. The same applies to the y-coordinates. Thus, the sums x1 + x2 and y1 + y2 will be even—making the resulting midpoint integer coordinate values.
Mathematically, if both x-coordinates are odd: (odd + odd) = even.
If both are even: (even + even) = even.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you are placing two pencils either both on a desk or both in a drawer. If you have two even lengths, they combine for an even total length when placed next to each other. Likewise, two pencils with odd lengths will still total an even length, making it neatly organized (integer coordinates).
Conclusion on Integer Midpoints
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Thus, it is established that among any 5 distinct points chosen in a 2-dimensional integer coordinate system, there will always be at least one pair of points whose midpoint has integer coordinates.
Detailed Explanation
This conclusion directly follows from applying the Pigeonhole Principle and the facts about parity. The approach ensures that no matter how we select the 5 points, we can be confident in finding at least one pair that, when averaged, produces an integer result.
Examples & Analogies
It's like having multiple guests at a dinner trying to select dessert. No matter which flavors are chosen (the points), you will always be able to find at least one pairing that perfectly satisfies everyone (the integer midpoint) because they all belong to the array of possible dessert choices.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Mapping: Relates to categorizing points based on their coordinates.
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Pigeonhole Principle: Fundamental theorem for proving the existence of pairs of points.
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Midpoint Formula: Method to calculate the center point between two coordinates.
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Integer Coordinates: Essential for confirming midpoints result in whole numbers.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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If we have points (1, 2), (2, 4), (3, 1), (4, 5), and (5, 3), analyzing their x and y coordinates will help us classify them into even and odd categories.
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Selecting pairs like (1,2) and (3,1) demonstrates how points can be categorized and how their midpoints are calculated.
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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When points we pick and pairs we see, even or odd, they must agree!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a set of distinct friends, on a quest to find their matching midpoints. Each one represents either even or odd, and together they prove that pairs can be quite odd in their evenness!
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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E-O pairs: Every Odd pairs Odd, Every Even pairs Even - E.O.E.E.
🎯 Super Acronyms
MAP
- Midpoint According to Pairs - helps to remember how to calculate midpoints.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Ordered Pair
Definition:
A pair of numbers used to identify a point in a two-dimensional space, represented as (x, y).
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Term: Pigeonhole Principle
Definition:
A principle stating that if more items are put into fewer containers, then at least one container must hold more than one item.
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Term: Midpoint
Definition:
The point that is exactly halfway between two given points in a coordinate system.
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Term: Distinct Points
Definition:
Points that are not the same; each point has unique coordinates.
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Term: Integer Coordinates
Definition:
Coordinates on a coordinate plane where both the x and y values are whole numbers, without fractions or decimals.